Hearn Elementary vs Southern Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 35 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hearn Elementary
Frankfort · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
476 students
Southern Elementary School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
476 students
| Measure | Hearn Elementary Frankfort, Kentucky | Southern Elementary School Lexington, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #482 of 707 | #446 of 707 |
| National rank | #28547 of 50,301 | #26629 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 476 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 476 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.9% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 39% |
| city | Frankfort | Lexington |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southern Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 45.1).
- •Hearn Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •Southern Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 47%).
- •Hearn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.9% vs 71%).
- •Southern Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.9).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hearn Elementary better than Southern Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Southern Elementary School ranks higher (47.8 vs 45.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hearn Elementary and Southern Elementary School?
About 35 km in a straight line, between Frankfort and Lexington in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hearn Elementary: 476. Southern Elementary School: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hearn Elementary and Southern Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Hearn Elementary is 482nd of 707 and Southern Elementary School is 446th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).